The Radio City Rockettes are kicking off the Christmas season with a new member of their iconic line you might recognize.
Cardinal Timothy Dolan was on hand Thursday, Nov. 2, for the blessing of the animals used in the Christmas spectacular’s live Nativity.
A camel named Humphrey, some sheep, and a donkey came strutting down Fifth Avenue, ready to make their on-stage debut.
Cardinal Dolan sprinkled them all with holy water and reminded everyone of Christ’s presence in the Christmas show.
You can see the Rockettes and the animals in a live Nativity at the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, which runs from Nov. 17 to Jan. 1.